Liza Minnelli receives French Legion of Honour

The Cabaret actress was presented with the ribboned-medal by French Culture Minister Frederic Mitterrand for her accomplishments in the entertainment industry during a ceremony held in Paris on Monday.

Minnelli told reporters that receiving the Legion of Honour was "a dream come true", adding that the award is validation of her life's work.

"Thank you for wanting me. Thank you for caring about me. Thank you for giving this wonderful tennis game of life that we have going together," the Academy Award-winning Minnelli beamed.

The Legion of Honour was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802 as a tribute to those who have contributed to French society and culture.

Richard Attenborough, Barbra Streisand, Walt Disney and JK Rowling have all received the prize in previous years.